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Community generosity replaces stolen pump
Thursday 4 December 2014 | Published in Local
Creative Centre were in high spirits yesterday after receiving a brand new water pump and monetary donations that will go towards the running of the centre.
Spreading festive cheers, uplifting spirits
Thursday 4 December 2014 | Published in Local
The Rarotonga Hospital was alive with the sound of beautiful music on Monday night as carollers shared the Christmas spirit and handed out delicious treats and gifts.
Support our girl Antonina
Thursday 4 December 2014 | Published in Local
Miss South Pacific contestant Antonina Browne is set to head to Samoa next week to represent the Cook Islands at the pageant.
Get tropical for Christmas fun at the markets
Thursday 4 December 2014 | Published in Local
Tropical Christmas will come to life at the Punanga Nui Markets tonight for the annual festive event delivered by Rotaract – so grab the kids and your mats and join the festivities this evening.
Westpac in giving spirit
Tuesday 2 December 2014 | Published in Local
Another two winners for Westpac’s swipe to win promotion have been announced.
Spreading Christmas cheer the island way
Tuesday 2 December 2014 | Published in Local
Local businesses on the island have joined forces to promote Christmas events created to generate a lively tropical Christmas spirit.
Rogz for Dogz donate $32k of gifts to Esther Honey
Monday 1 December 2014 | Published in Local
Christmas came early for the staff and furry lodgers at the Esther Honey Foundation animal clinic on Saturday when the Rogz for Dogz paddling crew donated 32,600 worth of donated goods and animal food.
Solar energy on Pukapuka edges closer to completion
Saturday 29 November 2014 | Published in Local
Solar energy is also taking off on Pukapuka with the project near completion.
Graduation after self-development programme
Friday 28 November 2014 | Published in Local
After two weeks of intense self-development training with the Cook Islands Police and New Zealand Defence Force – 30 local boys will graduate the youth development programme this morning.
Cooks hot holiday pick for Aussies
Friday 28 November 2014 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands has been named one of the hottest tourism spots for Australians, according to a new list published last week.
Ticking off Pa Enua welfare wish list
Thursday 27 November 2014 | Published in Local
Wish lists of equipment for disability centres in the Pa Enua are slowly being ticked off thanks to the close relationship between Pa Enua welfare officers and the Cook Islands National Disability Council.
ANZ sheds light on financial fog
Thursday 27 November 2014 | Published in Local
Making smart financial goals was the theme at a financial literacy workshop aimed at making local people more “money minded”.
Creative Centre gear up for music festival
Thursday 27 November 2014 | Published in Local
Although the mini music festival organised to raise funds for the Creative Centre has been postponed, the centre are well equipped for a bigger and brighter fundraiser next year.
Pacific regional gathering to reduce international shipping emissions
Thursday 27 November 2014 | Published in Local
As the world counts down to the UN conference on climate change next month, here in the Pacific region a regional gathering is taking place to discuss air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping.
Citizen ceremony bittersweet for local couple
Thursday 27 November 2014 | Published in Local
For one Cook Islands family yesterday’s citizenship ceremony was a bittersweet celebration.
Raranga inspires new 'Ei Oe' pendant
Saturday 22 November 2014 | Published in Local
Paddling enthusiasts have been sporting their Vaka Eiva memorabilia this week ahead of the 2014 Vaka EIva Festivities.
Christmas giving spirit with Westpac
Saturday 22 November 2014 | Published in Local
Westpac Banking Corporation has expanded their Christmas giving tree project with help from local businesses to reach more children in need this Christmas.
Volunteer returns kindness to locals
Saturday 22 November 2014 | Published in Local
Global volunteer Harry Turner has returned to Rarotonga after 52-years to show his appreciation to Cook Islanders.
Pearl retailer supports Cyclone Martin book
Saturday 22 November 2014 | Published in Local
Pearl retailer Bergman & Sons has donated $1000 to help fund the production, publication, and distribution of a book about Cyclone Martin, which devastated Manihiki in 1997.
Stowaway mouse intercepted in NZ
Saturday 22 November 2014 | Published in Local
A mouse from the Cook Islands failed in its stowaway bid after biosecurity officials found it in a hollowed-out baguette at Auckland airport.
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